Status:
valid
Authors:
Batt.
Source:
gcc
Year:
1889
Citation Micro:
in Batt. et Trab. Fl. de l'Alger. 1(Dicot., fasc. 3): 511. 1889 [Nov-Dec 1889]
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000123335
Common Names
- Cotton Thistle
- Cotton Safflower
- Carthamus Thistle
Description
Carthamus carthamoides (also called Spiny Safflower, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region. It typically grows in rocky and sandy soils, and is found in grasslands, scrublands, and woodlands.
Uses & Benefits
Carthamus carthamoides is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. It can also be used in herbal medicine for its anti-inflammatory, antiseptic, and anti-bacterial properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Carthamus carthamoides is yellow and has a diameter of 2-3 cm. The seed is a small, ovoid nut with a length of 1-2 mm. The seedlings have a single cotyledon and a pair of opposite, simple leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Carthamus carthamoides is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. It is a hardy plant that is tolerant of drought and cold temperatures. It can be grown in containers or in the ground.
Where to Find Carthamus carthamoides
Carthamus carthamoides is native to the Mediterranean region. It can be found in dry, sunny areas with well-drained soil.
Carthamus carthamoides FAQ
What is the scientific name of Carthamus carthamoides?
Carthamus carthamoides
What is the common name of Carthamus carthamoides?
Safflower
What is the family of Carthamus carthamoides?
Asteraceae
Species in the Carthamus genus
Carthamus duvauxii,
Carthamus dianius,
Carthamus turkestanicus,
Carthamus strictus,
Carthamus gypsicola,
Carthamus fruticosus,
Carthamus arborescens,
Carthamus pomelianus,
Carthamus reboudianus,
Carthamus multifidus,
Carthamus lucens,
Carthamus hispanicus,
Carthamus mareoticus,
Carthamus carduncellus,
Carthamus tinctorius,
Carthamus helenioides,
Carthamus reboudianus,
Carthamus cespitosus,
Carthamus pomelianus,
Carthamus rechingeri,
Carthamus nitidus,
Carthamus catrouxii,
Carthamus pectinatus,
Carthamus caeruleus,
Carthamus chouletteanus,
Carthamus faurei,
Carthamus ilicifolius,
Carthamus mitissimus,
Carthamus tenuis,
Carthamus balearicus,
Carthamus calvus,
Carthamus eriocephalus,
Carthamus atractyloides,
Carthamus plumosus,
Carthamus creticus,
Carthamus pinnatus,
Carthamus lanatus,
Carthamus dentatus,
Carthamus leucocaulos,
Carthamus tamamschjanae,
Carthamus leucocaulos,
Carthamus boissieri,
Carthamus carthamoides,
Carthamus rhiphaeus,
Carthamus persicus,
Carthamus battandieri,
Carthamus glaucus,
Carthamus oxyacantha,
Carthamus curdicus,
Carthamus rhaponticoides,
Species in the Asteraceae family
Aaronsohnia pubescens,
Aaronsohnia factorovskyi,
Abrotanella filiformis,
Abrotanella rostrata,
Abrotanella linearis,
Abrotanella trilobata,
Abrotanella muscosa,
Abrotanella inconspicua,
Abrotanella trichoachaenia,
Abrotanella caespitosa,
Abrotanella nivigena,
Abrotanella pusilla,
Abrotanella linearifolia,
Abrotanella papuana,
Abrotanella rosulata,
Abrotanella emarginata,
Abrotanella fertilis,
Abrotanella spathulata,
Abrotanella purpurea,
Abrotanella patearoa,
Abrotanella submarginata,
Abrotanella diemii,
Abrotanella scapigera,
Abrotanella forsterioides,
Acamptopappus shockleyi,
Acamptopappus sphaerocephalus,
Acanthocephalus benthamianus,
Acanthocephalus amplexifolius,
Acanthocladium dockeri,
Acanthodesmos distichus,
Acanthodesmos gibarensis,
Acanthospermum humile,
Acanthospermum consobrinum,
Acanthospermum glabratum,
Acanthospermum microcarpum,
Acanthospermum hispidum,
Acanthospermum australe,
Acanthospermum lecocarpoides,
Acanthostyles buniifolius,
Acanthostyles saucechicoensis,
Achillea buiana,
Achillea conrathii,
Achillea cucullata,
Achillea styriaca,
Achillea clavennae,
Achillea cappadocica,
Achillea huber-morathii,
Achillea ptarmicoides,
Achillea sieheana,
Achillea barrelieri,